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Review
. 2004 Sep;7(3):112-22.
doi: 10.1053/j.tvir.2004.12.001.

Differential diagnosis of gastrointestinal bleeding

Edward W Lee  1 , Jeanne M Laberge
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Review

Differential diagnosis of gastrointestinal bleeding

Edward W Lee et al. Tech Vasc Interv Radiol. 2004 Sep.

Abstract

In this article, we review the many causes of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding and discuss current strategies for rendering a specific diagnosis. Diagnostic tools considered in this review include: clinical assessment, upper endoscopy, colonoscopy, scintigraphy, and conventional arteriography as well as computed tomography angiography and magnetic resonance angiography. An algorithm for the diagnostic work-up of the patient with GI bleeding is included.

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